Be sure your boat and gear are in good repair and meet all requirements for whitewater with high turbulence

Paddle water appropriate to your skills.

Watch for fallen tree limbs, bridge piers, and other hazards.

Don’t paddle alone.

Do not paddle in flood stage or after a heavy rain.

Never fish, wade or boat too close to the face of a dam

Be a competent swimmer, with the ability to handle yourself underwater

Do not boat out of control

Have a frank knowledge of your boating ability

Boaters should be trained in rescue skills, CPR, and first aid

Carry equipment needed for unexpected emergencies

No inner tubes, air mattresses or similar floatation devices are allowed on the river.

Use only noninflatable watercraft that is designed by manufacturer for whitewater use.

Use only inflatable watercraft that has multiple air chambers, at least 12.5 feet long, outside tube diameter of at least 17 inches, made of a tough durable laminated material and is of commercial grade for whitewater use

Individual users/boaters are ultimately responsible for their on safety, and must assume sole responsibility for the use of the river

River users who do not follow these rules will be required to leave the Chattahoochee River Park or be subject to a disorderly conduct charge

Enter the Chattahoochee River Park, Chattahoochee River and River Boundaries at your own risk

Water Subject to Sudden Rise and Dangerous Turbulence

When Alarm Sounds Proceed Immediately to Shore

Only those with whitewater experience should attempt to navigate the rapids on the river from this point

It shall be unlawful for any person to be in the river without a personnel flotation device (life jacket). The device must be U.S. Coast Guard Approved “Ord. No. 12-52”

Only approved commercial outfitters are allowed access to the river for commercial purposes